Stop gender based cyberviolence

Our main goal was to draw the attention of the Czech general public to the gender dimension of cyberbullying (high vulnerability of girls and women) and to open a debate on how to eliminate and prevent this type of violence. Another goal was to offer primary assistance to victims of cyberbullying and to encourage them to report offences.
We have obtained unique research data, set up a free legal counselling centre, conducted an awareness raising campaign, and organised a professional conference. The well prepared and scheduled (including competencies) Czech-Norwegian cooperation was put to great use in all activities. The project has linked victims of Internet violence, the Czech Police, organisations helping victims of gender violence, cyber security experts, the Czech Ministry of the Interior, media, social network operators and mobile phone operators.
The legal counselling has continued to function since the end of the project and the effects of the campaign and training are long-lasting. Research and lobbying activities can be continued at any time. In addition to direct help to victims of online violence and the interconnection of relevant agents, the contribution of our activities lies in the successful opening of both society-wide and professional discussions on the topic.